Sunday, December 9, 2012

Week 50: Genealogy Database. Which individual database has been most helpful in your genealogy research and why? Is this database available for free or is it behind a subscription wall? What does this database include and how can it benefit other genealogy researchers?

Until recently, I would have to admit that Ancestry with its census record would have to qualify as the most useful. FamilySearch has added so much now, and unlike Ancestry, provides the data free of charge. I honestly couldn't do without either of them. Both sites have such a wide range of materials and are made of such divergent databases, that something is there for nearly everyone. The online opportunities for research have expanded so much in the last ten years, I don't believe anyone could limit their research to a single database.

About This Blog

This blog is planned as an addition to my regular genealogy and family history website. I need a place to further discuss conflicting research problems, errors about my family that are in print, and brick wall ancestors. I hope to make contact with other researchers of these families.

I have family information posted in several places. Here is my own webpage:

About Me

I have been researching my family history since 1992 and maintain a website which may be accessed by clicking on the link below or going to my Profile. My email address is also in both places. I've always wanted a place to post research problems and conflicts, particularly on my "Brick Wall" ancestors, as well as corrections to publications regarding the families Ive researched. My hope is you will find something interesting or have something to share with me in return. I do monitor comments and anonymous comments or those that do not offer some sort of proof documents will not be posted. You are welcome to contact me directly for discussion.